How to Get AFCON 2027 Match Tickets

AFCON tickets create urgency — and urgency is exactly how fans get scammed or overpay. The truth is simple: there is a correct process for getting AFCON 2027 match tickets, and fans who follow it almost always succeed.

This guide walks you through how to get AFCON 2027 tickets step by step, what to ignore, and what to do if tickets sell out.

Step 1: Understand how AFCON ticket sales actually work

AFCON tickets are not released all at once.

Typical release phases

Early group-stage ticket release
Additional group-stage drops
Knockout-stage ticket release
Limited late releases

Demand rises sharply as the tournament progresses.

Step 2: Use only official ticket channels

AFCON tickets are normally sold via:

Official CAF ticketing platforms
Approved national or local ticket partners
Stadium box offices (very limited availability)

If a seller cannot be verified through CAF or host-country channels, it is a risk.

Step 3: Create accounts early (before sales open)

Before ticket sales begin:

Register on official ticketing platforms
Verify your email and phone number
Save payment details securely

Fans who wait until sales open lose time.

Step 4: Know which matches to target first

Smart fans prioritise:

1–2 must-see stadium matches
Group-stage games with easier access
Matches close to their base city

Trying to buy every match ticket usually fails.

Step 5: Understand AFCON ticket pricing logic

Prices vary by:

match stage (group vs knockout)
seat category
stadium size

Group-stage tickets are usually the most accessible and best value.

Step 6: Prepare for digital ticketing

Most AFCON tickets are:

digital QR codes
app-based
sometimes linked to ID

Do this

Save tickets offline
Screenshot QR codes
Carry ID on matchday

Battery failure is the most common ticket issue.

Step 7: Avoid common AFCON ticket scams

High-risk warning signs:

Pressure to “buy now”
WhatsApp-only sellers
Screenshots used as proof
Prices far above official ranges

If verification isn’t possible, walk away.

Step 8: If tickets sell out, don’t panic

Missing tickets does not mean missing AFCON.

Your options:

Wait for later official releases
Attend matches via fan zones
Focus on different fixtures

Many fans enjoy AFCON without stadium entry.

Step 9: Don’t buy tickets before planning logistics

Before buying tickets, confirm:

where you’re staying
how you’ll get to the venue
how you’ll get back after full-time

A ticket you can’t use comfortably is a bad ticket.

Step 10: Matchday ticket rules

Arrive early
Keep QR codes private
Avoid buying outside stadiums
Follow official entry instructions

Most entry problems are avoidable.

Common mistakes fans make

Buying too many tickets
Chasing knockout matches too early
Trusting unofficial sellers
Ignoring transport reality

Discipline beats excitement.

Quick checklist: how to get AFCON 2027 tickets

Follow official CAF channels
Register early
Target key matches only
Avoid resale pressure
Plan logistics first

If this list is ticked, you’re doing it right.

Final advice

AFCON 2027 tickets reward patience, planning, and verification.

Buy slowly. Verify everything. Enjoy the tournament.

Want help deciding which tickets to buy?

If you share:

your base city,
how many days you’re attending,
which team you’re following,

I can help you choose a ticket strategy that balances stadium matches, fan zones, cost, and energy.